Estates Operative

We're looking for a motivated and hands-on Estates Operative to join our team here at Lime Tree Village and help maintain the buildings, fixtures, equipment and outdoor spaces across our village. This role is a key part of ensuring our community remains safe, attractive and welcoming for residents, visitors and colleagues. This is a permanent role working 37.5 hours per week.

This is a varied position where no two days are the same - from keeping our grounds looking their best, to supporting repairs, inspections, safety checks and general maintenance across the village.

If you enjoy practical, outdoor work, take pride in a job well done, and want to be part of a friendly and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

• Maintain village buildings, fixtures, fittings and equipment, following planned maintenance schedules
• Support repairs and report any faults promptly to management
• Carry out regular safety and alarm-system checks
• Maintain grounds, including mowing, hedge trimming, planting, pruning, weeding and watering
• Monitor plant health and treat pests/diseases in line with environmental guidelines
• Keep paths, roadways and walkways safe, including clearing snow and ice in winter
• Safely operate and maintain tools, machinery and chemical supplies
• Conduct weekly and monthly compliance checks
• Respond to emergency calls when trained, including first aid
• Work collaboratively with the facilities team to deliver consistently high standards across the village

• 1-3 years' experience in gardening, landscaping, maintenance or a similar practical role
• Good practical skills and confidence using maintenance and grounds equipment
• Strong awareness of health & safety (COSHH experience beneficial)
• A customer-focused approach, with the ability to interact positively with residents
• Someone reliable, proactive and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Physical stamina to carry out manual and outdoor work in all seasons

We're proud of our culture and the values that shape it:

Age Well | Community | Keep Improving | Invest Wisely | Planet Positive | One Team

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for development and training
• A role where you can see the impact of your work every day